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Top Nigerian model and former winner of Miss Charismatic pageant, Yewande Baruwa passed away after a very brief illness at the age of 22.
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According to media reports, she complained of minor skin rash in the morning. However, by the end of the day, the minor rash developed into a serious infection. It was later diagnosed as a rare infection which is medically termed as Purpura Fulminas.
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The skin disorder manifested as a blood clot under the skin that looked like minor bruises until developed into major organ failure. Due to the severity of the condition, the family refrained from making a formal announcement about the illness. A source also said a plan is underway to carry out a secret burial for her.
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Yewande who was crowned winner in 2013 was also involved in social causes and one of her pet project was called Back to School Program. The platform was used to reach out to children advising them about the importance of education, the need to keep their dreams alive and to never give up.
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The organizer of Miss Charismatic Nigeria Ronke Tiamiyu also confirmed her death on Instagram and paid a rich tribute to the young soul.
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Yewande Baruwa
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